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The 7 Lies of Marriage–part 7 Lie #7: Infidelity doesn't hurt my marriage, it only supplements it
While one may not verbalize this lie, buying into it opens the door for a covert adulterous relationship. The thought is: “Since my spouse isn’t meeting my ____________ needs, I can have those needs fulfilled elsewhere. Then I can be content in my marriage and [...]
The 7 Lies of Marriage–part 6 Lie #6: Porn Helps Our Marriage
On any given day, 25% of all internet searches are sexual in nature. We believe pornography and addiction to pornography is pandemic in nature today. The assault and destruction on homes, marriages, and families from porn is almost incalculable. It impacts both men and women. [...]
The 7 Lies of Marriage–part 5 Lie #5: My Spouse Should Meet All My Needs
This lie arises from the desire to be so fully enmeshed with one’s spouse that no one could come close to fulfilling needs like one’s spouse. The thought is that because one’s spouse is their best friend (and we agree, they should be!), that therefore [...]
The 7 Lies of Marriage–part 4 Lie #4: Marriage is 50/50
Mathematically, doesn’t it make sense that if a husband and wife each give 50% to their marriage, everything should work out fine? Couples start thinking that when they split the effort 50/50, then fairness reigns and neither is over-extended. Besides 50% + 50% = 100%, [...]
The 7 Lies of Marriage–part 3 Lie #3: My Spouse Will Never Change
Throughout the pages of the Bible are examples of people whose lives experienced change. The disciples transformed from cowardly to bold. Paul persecuted Christians and then became a Christ-follower. David changed through repentance. Joseph changed from prideful to humble, to name a few. [...]
The 7 Lies of Marriage–part 2 Lie #2: I'm Supposed to be Happy
For many people, they believe that their personal happiness is what matters most in marriage. If they aren't happy then it's time to move on. Besides, God wants us to be happy, right? Actually, that's not the goal of a Christ-centered marriage. There are four misguided expectations [...]
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